How do you say "Didn't know angels could fly." in German?

"Didn't know angels could fly." in German is "Wusste nicht, dass Engel fliegen können.". This phrase is commonly used in Germany.

What does "Wusste nicht, dass Engel fliegen können." mean in English?

"Wusste nicht, dass Engel fliegen können." means "Didn't know angels could fly." in English. Usage tip: The word 'Engel' is familiar in both languages, suggesting angels often symbolize purity and admiration.

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How to Say ‘Didn't know angels could fly.’ in German

Wusste nicht, dass Engel fliegen können.

💬 Usage Tip: The word 'Engel' is familiar in both languages, suggesting angels often symbolize purity and admiration.

🇩🇪 In Germany: Angels are a common motif in Western symbolism, often used in expressions of beauty and innocence.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

Wusste

[voos-te]

knew

Past tense of 'know'; to have had knowledge or understanding of something.

Example

Ich wusste die Antwort.

I knew the answer.

nicht

[nisht]

not

Used to make a word or group of words negative.

Example

Ich bin nicht sicher.

I am not sure.

dass

[dass]

that

Used to introduce a clause, especially when the preceding word implies disclosing or reporting anything.

Example

Ich hoffe, dass du kommst.

I hope that you come.

Engel

[eng-el]

angel

A spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God.

Example

Er ist wie ein Engel.

He is like an angel.

fliegen

[flee-gen]

fly

To move through the air using wings.

Example

Vögel fliegen am Himmel.

Birds fly in the sky.

können

[koe-nen]

can

To be able to do something.

Example

Ich kann schwimmen.

I can swim.

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